Sub-metering for UK landlords — MeterOnline, in-house readers and the integrated-billing route (2026)

Sub-metering is the practical answer to a problem HMO and multi-let landlords face every month: one utility bill covers the whole property, but the tenants paying rent are five different people. Someone has to read the meters, apply the current standing charge and unit rate, work out each tenant's share, and issue a bill that stands up to scrutiny. This guide walks through the three routes UK landlords actually use — MeterOnline (and similar third-party meter-reading services), DIY spreadsheets, and integrated property-management-plus-billing — including the legal framework (Ofgem's maximum resale price rules) and a practical readiness checklist.

The Free plan covers unlimited properties, tenants and documents. Paid tiers add rent collection, meter auto-import, AI voice agents and Gas Safety auto-renewal dispatch. See pricing below.

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